StreetGlide mods for shorter riders
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Although I'm happy with my Heritage, everytime I go into a dealer a Streetglide keeps calling my name. At 5'8" I already know if I succumb to the temptation I'm going to have to make some fitting mods to it.
I'd like to be able to flatfoot the bike and stand up comfortably while straddling it like I can with my Heritage. I can't do that with the stock 2010 SG.
Seems obvious first step would be a seat with a more narrow crotch area. Then if that's not enough it would be a matter of lowering the rear more.
Question I have is how much more can an SG be lowered before the ride is compromised too much. From what I've read seems alot of owners complain about a stiff ride and bottoming out even w/o lowering.
Also, if there's any SG owners that were former softailers I'd also be interested in hearing any pros/cons about making the switch.
Thanks,
Jim
I'd like to be able to flatfoot the bike and stand up comfortably while straddling it like I can with my Heritage. I can't do that with the stock 2010 SG.
Seems obvious first step would be a seat with a more narrow crotch area. Then if that's not enough it would be a matter of lowering the rear more.
Question I have is how much more can an SG be lowered before the ride is compromised too much. From what I've read seems alot of owners complain about a stiff ride and bottoming out even w/o lowering.
Also, if there's any SG owners that were former softailers I'd also be interested in hearing any pros/cons about making the switch.
Thanks,
Jim
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OK...A couple of things can help. I'm 5'5" with a 30" inseam...so I'm no giant. All I've done to make my SG fit me well is buy a Reach Seat. I'm not sure if they are out for the 2010 models yet. The Seat places me flat footed on the ground. If ya want abit more to work with...just get a good set of riding boots. Lot's of expensive stuff can be done with lowered shocks front and rear...but ya know...unless you're ready to fish out alot of bucks...the Reach Seat and a Good seal of Riding Boots will probably be all ya need.
Good Luck and Ride Safe, Mike
Good Luck and Ride Safe, Mike
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OK...A couple of things can help. I'm 5'5" with a 30" inseam...so I'm no giant. All I've done to make my SG fit me well is buy a Reach Seat. I'm not sure if they are out for the 2010 models yet. The Seat places me flat footed on the ground. If ya want abit more to work with...just get a good set of riding boots. Lot's of expensive stuff can be done with lowered shocks front and rear...but ya know...unless you're ready to fish out alot of bucks...the Reach Seat and a Good seal of Riding Boots will probably be all ya need.
Good Luck and Ride Safe, Mike
Good Luck and Ride Safe, Mike
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I have the reach seat on a 2010 RK. Comfort is fine, I have put about 1000 miles on with the new seat. I will say that I bought one and took it back. It pushes you closer to the gas tank, the first one actually hurt. I think the second one may have been used as a demo seat and was more worn. I should have some padding taken out of the butt area, that would help. The significant other loves it, it is much more cushy than the stock seat.
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My wife is 5'5" and just went to an '09 SG this year. We tried a Reach seat and it did the trick, but she wanted a solo seat. Found that a Mustang solo also has the narrower front and just a bit more padding (comfort) than the Reach had. We were also able to add a backrest which not only gives her support, but also keeps her forward on the seat. I also lowered the rear end 1" with lowering blocks (<$50 - not big bucks). She's completely flat-footed, the ride is good, and she's very happy with it. And of course, if she's happy, I'm happy!
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